Chapter 1329: Chapter 128: Valley of Destruction_2
Ballon and Xuan Ye exchanged looks. "Xuan Ye, your father-in-law really is getting on in years. He has lost his former sharpness. This time, let us demonstrate our true abilities. It’s been a long while since we’ve had worthy opponents to face. Be careful tomorrow, don’t make me come to your rescue, haha!" Sensing the deep friendship in Ballon’s tone, Xuan Ye smiled and said, "We’ll see who ends up protecting whom. Don’t forget to help Ah Dai earn some merits tomorrow. When we go back, I can mention his and Yue Yue’s marriage to the Pope. I hope that girl Yue Yue will settle down soon."
Ballon burst out laughing, "You, you’re great in all respects, but you’re just too indulgent with your daughter. If it were me, I wouldn’t let her leave the sanctuary so casually."
With resignation, Xuan Ye said, "I’ve played the role of strict father quite well already. If Yue Yue were your daughter, you’d probably have even more of a headache than me. Can you really blame me for her leaving the sanctuary this time? It was the Pope’s intention. I really don’t understand what my father is thinking. He seems to value that foolish Ah Dai quite highly."
Ballon’s expression darkened, "No matter what, after we return, we must finalize Ah Dai and Yue Yue’s marriage without further delay. If your precious daughter and that boy named Ah Dai cause any trouble, I wonder where you’d put your face." Ballon was indeed sparing no effort for his son’s happiness.
A hint of anger flashed in Xuan Ye’s eyes. "What nonsense are you spouting? Yue Yue may be mischievous, but she knows the bigger picture. If she really does something out of line, you won’t need to tell me; I’ll deal with her myself."
Ballon immediately regreted his previous words and hastily tried to appease Xuan Ye with a smile, "Come on, don’t be mad. I spoke out of turn. Ah, for Ah Dai’s sake, I’ve really been worried sick! Rest assured, once Yue Yue marries into our Ba Family, Ah Dai will treat her well. Then, we’ll go from being brothers to in-laws."
Xuan Ye’s expression softened a bit, glanced at Ballon and said, "You, can’t you say anything nice? It would have been better if you had brought my sister-in-law with you, I want to see if you’d still dare to be so arrogant."
Upon hearing Xuan Ye mention his wife, Ballon immediately showed a blissful expression, murmuring, "I wanted to bring her too! But it’s too dangerous here, how could I be at peace? I’m thinking of hurrying back to the sanctuary. After all, nothing beats the feeling of holding one’s wife." Xuan Ye laughed at his lovestruck appearance, and couldn’t help but think of the stunning image of Nasha, saying annoyedly, "Keep it down, don’t let your men hear you. If they knew that the Deputy Judge himself is like this, they’d probably die laughing."
Ballon punched Xuan Ye lightly on the shoulder and laughed, "Alright, enough jokes, let’s go rest. We’ve got a big battle waiting for us tomorrow." After saying that, he yawned, turned, and left.
The next morning, before dawn, the Winged Tribe had already sent four Blue Feather Wingmen to guide the people from the sanctuary. Everyone packed their bags, changed into their sanctuary attire, and under the leadership of the Blue Feather Wingmen, Chief Judge Xuan Yuan, Deputy Judge Ballon, Red Robe Priest Na Yan, Xuan Ye, six White Robe Priests, four Holy Judges, twenty Judges of Light, two hundred Judges of various levels, and a thousand Sacred Knights entered the Winged Tribe Territory. Despite the treacherous path through the thorny forest being difficult to traverse, the sanctuary people, each with their Unique Skills, and even the ordinary Sacred Knights, paid no heed to the rugged forest trail, as the thousand-strong party advanced swiftly. As they entered the Winged Forest, the light of dawn had just appeared, and the sky was slightly cloudy, allowing only a blurred brightness to be seen in the distant Dongfang.
The Wing King had already assembled his forces—a hundred Blue Feathers and five hundred Red Feathers, totaling six hundred Wingmen, were fluttering above the treetops waiting for Xuan Ye and the others to arrive. Upon spotting the arrival of the sanctuary’s troop, the Wing King personally greeted them accompanied by two Silver Wing Elders. After pleasantries were exchanged, Xuan Ye introduced each member of the sanctuary to the Wing King.
The Wing King glanced at the sky and said, "While it’s still early, let us set off immediately. The land inhabited by the Half-Beasts is to the southeast, from here if we rush at full speed, it should take around two hours. I will assign tribe members with strong flying abilities to constantly observe the enemy’s movements. Any change, and we will detect it promptly." After speaking, he made a gesture with his hand. Immediately, over ten Blue Feather Wingmen took off, flying ahead to scout the path. All the Wingmen got into action, flying low over the treetops, spreading out. Xuan Ye noticed that these Blue and Red Feather Wingmen, aside from Longswords, each had a short spear on their back, though its purpose was unknown to him. However, it was the secret of the Winged Tribe, so he did not ask.
Na Yan looked around cautiously and said to Xuan Ye, "We shouldn’t delay, shall we set out now? Your Majesty, Wing King, please lead the way."
The Wing King smiled slightly and said, "Bishop Na Yan, please, no formalities. Working together in this battle benefits us both, doesn’t it?" After saying this, he floated up, leading the way for the Winged Tribe at the forefront, slowly advancing towards the southeast. Xuan Yuan waved a hand, and the people from the sanctuary followed the Wingmen through the forest.
Na Yan looked at the Wing King flying in midair and said to Xuan Ye, "His flying ability is amazing! I suspect even birds are not his match, truly fit to be the King of the Winged Tribe."
